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Final Deadline Today for State Welfare Card Eligibility Review
Applicants for the 2026 Thai State Welfare Card who were initially disqualified have until 11:00 PM tonight to request a review of their eligibility.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, today, August 31, 2026, marks the final opportunity for individuals who applied for the 2026 State Welfare Card but were deemed ineligible to request a formal review of their status. Applicants wishing to contest their disqualification must submit their requests by 11:00 PM tonight.
There are four primary channels available for submitting these review requests: the official project websites (welfare.mof.go.th or บัตรสวัสดิการแห่งรัฐ.mof.go.th), the 'Pao Tang' mobile application, the 'Tang Rat' mobile application, or in person at designated registration units at five specific state-owned banks: Krung Thai Bank, Government Savings Bank, Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC), Government Housing Bank, and Islamic Bank of Thailand. For those visiting bank branches, submissions must be made within standard banking hours today.
For residents or long-term expats navigating local administrative systems, this deadline is critical for those seeking to rectify their welfare status. While the deadline for the initial review request is tonight, the authorities have noted that individuals may continue to edit or correct their documentation and personal information until September 20, 2026. It remains to be confirmed how the subsequent verification process will proceed after the document correction period concludes. Please note that this information is for general awareness and does not constitute legal or eligibility advice.